Fremont Bank announced on May 16 the hire of Oscar Harrison as vice president of wealth management services. In his new role, Harrison will focus on developing a full spectrum of investment products and services. He will also lead and develop the bank's team of wealth management advisors.

Harrison previously held positions at Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley and Banc of America Investments, among other financial institutions. According to Kim Burdick, senior vice president of community banking, Harrison's range of industry experience, including leadership roles at premier investment companies, give him the combination of skills needed to grow the bank's business through trusted, committed relationships with clients. "We are thrilled to have him on board as we strengthen and expand our investment services," said Burdick.